The "Tragedy of the Commons" Refers to the Situation in Which

question 32

Multiple Choice

The "tragedy of the commons" refers to the situation in which individuals attempt to maximize their use of ______ without regard to their degradation or depletion.

• A) pure private goods
• B) toll goods
• C) common pool resources
• D) pure public goods

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Definitions:

Psychotherapy

A therapeutic treatment involving psychological methods, typically involving conversations with a mental health professional, to help a person change behavior and overcome problems in desired ways.

Gradual Process

A slow progression or development that occurs over time.

Hard Work

Exerting a great deal of effort, stamina, or diligence in order to achieve a goal or complete a task.

Deinstitutionalization

The process of replacing long-stay psychiatric hospitals with less isolated community mental health services for those diagnosed with a mental disorder or developmental disability.